
Operating Systems Security Quiz
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary focus of security in a computer system?
To protect resources from unauthorized access
To ensure all data is publicly accessible
To eliminate all software bugs
To increase system performance
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a method of masquerading in security violations?
Encrypting data
Installing antivirus software
Pretending to be an authorized user
Using a strong password
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does a Denial of Service (DoS) attack aim to achieve?
To gain unauthorized access
To overload a targeted computer
To steal user data
To install malware
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a type of security violation?
Breach of performance
Breach of availability
Breach of integrity
Breach of confidentiality
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the 'chmod()' function in operating systems?
To create new files
To set file permissions
To delete files
To change file ownership
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a common type of malware?
Firewall
Trojan Horse
Operating System
Antivirus
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main goal of security hardening in operating systems?
To reduce vulnerabilities
To increase software compatibility
To enhance system performance
To improve user interface
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